…I, I think my favorite work as an…illustrator is not necessarily the, the framework that…it'll fit within, in other words like editorial,…or advertising stuff, or, you know promotional stuff.…I think it's the challenge that I enjoy the most.…What type of challenge is it?…Is it to come up with some metaphoric…image that's going to very unique, be a very unique…answer to that, that, whatever that problem is that…that's the type of work I enjoy the most that with the greatest challenge.…

The, the greatest freedom of challenge.…Not, like, well, the client wants you to do this.…Yeah, that's a challenge, but it's not always the most enjoyable.…Most jobs, you know, recognize that you have to do those types of assignments…from time to time. But, I like those with the most creative freedom.…With the greatest challenge of well, okay.…And sometimes those are the most dry assignments on the surface.…

It might seem this is really boring.…And I think it's times like that…If, if on the surface you're approached with an assignment that really seems like…

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Released

1/3/2014

Craig Smallish started working as a professional illustrator in 1987, and has been a creative strategist for companies including Microsoft and Time magazine. In this course, he shares his insights on breaking into the field, keeping up with technology, and staying inspired. Craig explains exactly what a professional illustrator does, the importance of a formal education, how to transition from freelance to full time, and how changes in technology have impacted the industry. This course is invaluable for anyone wanting to get a foothold in illustration or the creative arts.